2017 Hyundai Ioniq Review, Competitors and Launch Date

The Hyundai motor company is one of the largest automobiles manufacturer headquartered in South Korea. Hyundai was founded in year 1967 and generously serves worldwide market. Hyundai has vehicles in all segments, ranging from small cars to Sports utility vehicle and surprisingly it does well in all sectors. Quality products can be expected from Hyundai and such a product is coming up which is 2017 Hyundai Ioniq.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq – External Look:

Aerodynamics is largely into play for 2017 Hyundai Ioniq. As it’s an eco-friendly vehicle delivering superior fuel economy and utilizing energy very carefully, major concentration of Hyundai motors has lied on designing of Ioniq. Prime focus was into aerodynamics so as to have minimum resistance and maximum efficiency, basic law for any eco-friendly vehicle. Even after that, this car has sporty headlights, chrome finished front grille and a very world-class built. Tail lamps in rear part of this car gives an amazing look with all trendiness one can expect.

Interiors to be Classy and Eye Catching:

Interiors will be spotted by use of recycled plastic, soft and classy materials and little harder plastic in delicate areas. What else one will be able to see is an 8” touch screen multimedia system. Other than that, safety features will be there with ABS and airbags as primary stuffs. Rear view parking cameras and parking assistance, Bluetooth connectivity also to be found. Comfortable sits and enough leg room will not disappoint you in your 2017 Hyundai Ioniq.

Eco-friendly is key considerable point about this car. As already been mentioned Ioniq will have three major variants. However, looks will never be a setback for Ioniq. It has edgy looks making it very attractive and best part to note about this green vehicle is its aerodynamics which is designed to work right for any given eco-friendly vehicle.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq – Engine and Specifications:

The Hybrid model will have Hyundai’s 1.6 liter Kappa engine that will able to produce 104 hp of power. The other one EV model will have 119 hp electric motor and an estimated of 155-mile range. Major specifications are:

It has six speed automatic transmissions with dual clutch technology. Hybrid engine of 2017 Hyundai Ioniqis also paired with an electric motor which can deliver another 43 hp of power.

What provides an edge is also lithium-ion battery used in Ioniq which surely is better in performing charging and discharging functions than nickel-metal hybride pack battery.

Fuel Economy and Price of Ioniq:

Fuel economy of hybrid vehicles is most attractive point about any given hybrid or eco vehicle. Same goes with 2017 Hyundai Ioniq which delivers superior fuel economy of about 65 mpg on an average. This is where eco vehicle are rewarded, saving energy resources of this earth. Nothing has been yet declared about prices of 2017 Hyundai Ioniq by Hyundai motors.

Hyundai is also a believer in saving environment and its resources, proving its results by successfully launching its iconic car Ioniq which is believed to be an eco-friendly car and comes with 3 options of Hybrid, electric and plug-in Hybrid. 2017 Hyundai Ioniq is a key competitor of Toyota Prius will make a huge difference in market and enhance the experience of eco cars driven worldwide.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq – Competitors and Launch Date:

Prime competitor of 2017 Hyundai Ioniqis will be a Toyota’s Prius that is already doing well in market. However there are certain things about Ioniq which gives a positive value to this car over Toyota’s Prius. There are certain other vehicles too with which Hyundai Ioniq will be competing with:

Chevrolet Volt

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron

Lexus CT.

Exact launch date has not yet been declared by Hyundai Motors, but then it will be launched in beginning of year 2017. Hyundai will also be announcing prices and other related specifications then.